Materials Timeline

           Above is a timeline comparing major historical periods, events, or discoveries against a graph showing resource dependence over the course of human history. On the left side, major historical periods, eras, and events are listed that have shifted the course of human history. On the right, major discoveries and inventions are listed with the year in which they occurred. This offers some historical context to the raw data and allows readers to view some of the major events and discoveries that have shaped the shift in dependence from renewable resources to non-renewable resources. It also gives a visual representation to the events that have been pivotal in our shift in dependency from renewable to non-renewable resources.

Drought and Sustainability in Rajasthan, India

Here is a Google Earth map of Rajasthan, India:

With a population that comprises approximately 16% of the world's population, "unsustainable use of natural resources" is an issue that has plagued the nation of India for several generations now. One current issue of sustainability centers in Rajasthan, where deforestation and desertification have resulted in severe drought and shortages of safe, reliable drinking water for the citizens. Without safe and reliable sources for drinking water, these people struggle with the spread of disease, lack of water for livestock, and issues of food security. Currently, efforts are being made by numerous NGOs to combat the problem in the area. Among these programs is an innovative rain-water harvesting and storage system that would make up for some of the shortage of water sources.

Below is a link to the article I used to research this issue:
http://www.fsdinternational.org/country/india/envissues